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ITB Berlin Survey Reveals Where LGBTQ+ Travellers Feel Safest

How safe do LGBTQ+ people feel when travelling? Where is social acceptance most noticeable? For the first time, together with Diversity Tourism and A3M Global Monitoring, ITB Berlin has conducted a survey among queer travellers. While Canada and Spain are consistently perceived as safe, social acceptance in Germany remains rather cautious, despite equal legal rights. The USA on the other hand reflects a deep divide – where regional differences are evident. A3M has now published its latest LGBTQ+ Risk Map 2025 documenting developments worldwide.

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Opinion Article

Vacation Rentals vs Hotels: Key Differences Reshaping Hospitality Competition

The phrase Alternative Lodging surfaced in the early 2000s as a way to describe options other than hotels. Between 2004 and 2011 industry professionals began to think that Airbnb could be a “potential disruptor to the hotel industry,” according to Hospitality Net. But vacation rentals have been around since the 1960’s.

Rebecca Lombardo
By Rebecca Lombardo, CMO, Marketing, Branding Strategist, Cayuga Hospitality Consultants
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The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter. 
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Lanson Place Marks 30 Years of Celebrated Residential Hospitality

Lanson Place, the hospitality brand synonymous with refined elegance and elevated residential lifestyle, celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025 and marks three decades as a pioneer in extended stays. From its beginnings in Kuala Lumpur to a growing regional presence with nine properties, Lanson Place has gained distinction and acclaim for its signature residential-style design living spaces, intuitive service, and personalised guest experiences. With a nuanced understanding of today’s globally mobile travellers, Lanson Place continues to expand thoughtfully into destinations that reflect the changing rhythms of work, lifestyle, and local connections, while reflecting the increasing need from guests for longer stays.

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Unpacking the Guest Experience: Insights for the Modern Hotelier

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Araceli Budia, Senior Manager of Global Digital & Guest Experience at Palladium Hotel Group. Our conversation peeled back the layers to reveal what it truly means to create memorable experiences for guests in today’s hospitality world. Palladium is a dynamic, family-run company in expansion mode, having recently entered the UAE market and boasting over 40 hotels across eight destinations. This allows them to move quickly, fostering an environment that encourages innovation, disruptive ideas, and a unique collaborative energy.

Florencia Cueto Pedrotti
Florencia Cueto Pedrotti, Director, Global Engagement & Sales Enablement, Shiji
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Reveals Winter 2026–2027 Itineraries Marking Debut in Polynesia and New Ports in Asia Pacific

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection unveils its Winter 2026–2027 itineraries, introducing an expanded portfolio of luxury yachting experiences across French Polynesia, Hawaii, and Asia-Pacific aboard Evrima and Luminara. Sailing from October 2026 through April 2027, the season will feature 32 new voyages, reflecting the luxury brand’s continued global momentum and ongoing commitment to providing access to the world’s most sought-after regions.

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Nurturing Life’s Most Important Moments at the Raffles Singapore

The Raffles Singapore is hallowed ground for the hospitality industry. A pilgrimage to there should be on everyone’s bucket list, but with such a storied past this can create an almost impassable bar for guest expectations. Yet from our latest visit, exceeding expectations is nevertheless the outcome for every guest, and therein lies a world of instruction on how to operate an ultraluxury hotel.

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By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
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